Head Administrative Receptionist at Lincoln Center Theater
CATEGORY: Administrative
Lincoln Center Theater
New York, NY
US
CONTACT NAME
Christopher Rungoo
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
Overview:
LCT’s mission is to bring exceptional theater to life. Building on a legacy of artistic excellence, LCT strives to expand what is possible: to make the magic of theatre more palpable, empowering visionary artists and extending the invitation for the community to join in celebrating the power of live performance. To see that mission to fruition in a new era at the New York institution, commencing with the current 2025-2026 season, Lear deBessonet assumes the role of Kewsong Lee Artistic Director, alongside Managing Director Mike Schleifer, Executive Producer Barlett Sher, Stacey and Eric Mindich Producer Nicole Kastrinos, Executive Director of Development and Planning Naomi Grabel, and LCT3 Artistic Director and Producer Maria Manuela Goyanes.
Founded in 1985 by Board Chair Hon. John V. Lindsay, Executive Producer Bernard Gersten and Director Gregory Mosher, and led for 33 years by André Bishop, LCT is one of the leading nonprofit theaters in the country, producing an annual season of plays and musicals that have been seen by millions around the globe. It is one of 11 autonomous constituents of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Each year, the three theaters that make up LCT welcome nearly 300,000 audience members to its home on the Lincoln Center campus.
Over the last 40 years, LCT and its outstanding productions have received many of the highest accolades, including 87 Tony Awards®, 97 Drama Desk Awards, 79 Outer Critics Circle Awards, 33 Obies, 11 NY Drama Critics Circle Awards, and one Pulitzer Prize, as well as two finalists.
LCT Values:
We dedicate ourselves to serving an ever-expanding community of theater artists – playwrights, directors, actors, designers, and composers – in developing their voices and visions without compromise. We strive for the highest standard of excellence and innovation to reach new levels of artistic and organizational achievement. We welcome a broad range of thoughts, experiences, and perspectives to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We treat each other with dignity and care.
Responsibilities:
Skills and Qualifications:
Position Summary:
The Head Administrative Receptionist is a full-time position available immediately in LCT’s Operations and Facilities Department. The Head Administrative Receptionist will be responsible for front desk duties while representing LCT with a professional, enthusiastic, and accommodating first impression for LCT. Furthermore, the Head Administrative Receptionist supports the Office Manager with access control systems and facilitiesrelated workflows to support staff and production teams.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as the primary daytime administrative receptionist and first point of contact for artists, staff, board members, vendors, and guests.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls.
• Maintain current knowledge of productions, rehearsals, events, and administrative activity.
• Maintain reception database reference materials, directories, and internal contact lists.
• Support the onboarding of new reception staff and substitutes.
• Maintain and update the Receptionist Handbook and operational documentation.
• Assist in issuing and managing identification cards for staff, cast, crew, and temporary personnel.
• Monitor security and emergency systems and respond according to established EAP procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance and stocking of coffee stations, break rooms, green rooms, and storage spaces in coordination with the Office Manager.
• Report supply order requests to the Office Manager.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple systems and workflows simultaneously.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and reliability.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Ability to remain calm and solution-oriented in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Previous experience with LenelS2 and Genetec security systems is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position with an annual salary range of $60,000 -
$64,000. Lincoln Center Theater provides comprehensive benefits including: Paid Medical,
Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403(b) and Employer Match, and Paid Time Off.
DURATION
Mar 2, 2026 -
SALARY
$60,000.00 – $64,000.00 per year